Born: September 28, 1972 in Los Angeles, California
Family: Gwyneth's parents are both in the business. Her father is Bruce Paltrow and her mother, Blythe Danner, is an actress. This family connection probably aided first stage experience, which was a walk-on at summer-stock theatre.
Famous Beaus: Since breaking it off with actor Brad Pitt (Meet Joe Black), Paltrow has become involved with her co-star Ben Affleck (Armageddon
Things to look forward to: Paltrow has plans to be involved with the upcoming movies Duets and The Talented Mr. Ripley